Nita Lowey actually said...

"Not only does illegal wildlife trafficking destroy some of the world's most treasured wildlife species for future generations, this criminal enterprise finances terrorist groups and militias, especial..."

"Wildlife trafficking undermines much of the development progress we have made in Africa. It destroys livelihoods for impoverished communities, decimates landscapes, undermines security in the rule of ..."

"In order to stop fueling the ruthless destruction of African wildlife and thwart a major financing source for terrorists, it is clear that our efforts must be better coordinated across a wide spectrum..."

"I think it was in September that the Chinese President was here and they announced their commitment to a nearly complete ban on ivory import and export."